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Built in traditional Lakeland Stone Dunmail House is a cosy and select five star B&B offering the very best in luxury accommodation. The whole house has an ambience of quality with all those little but meaningful touches that make the difference between average and something special. All the rooms have uninterrupted views either towards Helm Crag and Easedale to the front of the house or over the garden to Stone Arthur at the rear. The gardens at Dunmail are something special with 360 degree views. We encourage our guests to sit and relax awhile in one of the varied individual seating areas and we are happy for you to enjoy your own aperitifs if you wish. Complementary tea or coffee on arrival is often served in the garden - weather permitting.

Our delightful guest lounge, with an open fire in winter, is a peaceful place to unwind and chat, with comfortable sofa's and chairs and panoramic views. Browse through our choice of complementary DVD's for loan. Guest bedrooms offer the highest standard of comfort and luxury -with a blend of tradition and high tech. From crisp white Egyptian cotton linen and Gilchrist and Soames pampering toiletries to stylish wide screen T.V.s, DVDs and free Wi fi. internet access. Healthy or hearty breakfasts, your choice, are all served in our elegant dining room. Our food is always freshly prepared using local produce wherever possible. Our jams and marmalades are made here at Dunmail using fresh fruit from the garden when available.

To anyone considering a break in the English Lake District Dunmail House has to be the place to stay. Set in the picturesque village of Grasmere, with views of Dunmail Raise and Helm Crag. According to legend Kind Dunmail was the last king of Cumberland, whose last battle was fought on Dunmail Raise and whose crown was thrown into Grizedale Tarn - Never to be found again.

Dunmail is perfect for walkers and anyone wishing to tour or know more about the Lake District. Why not take a stroll through stunning surroundings along Grasmere Lake shore or climb up to Loughrigg Terrace for spectacular views or visit Sour Milk Gill waterfall, Easedale Tarn or Helm Crag (The Lion and the Lamb rocks) Dove Cottage and Rydal Mount the homes of William Wordsworth are both close by. Here you can learn about the facinating history of the poet his friends and the way of life in Grasmere during his lifetime. Take a rowing boat out on Grasmere Lake or browse around the Grasmere shops and try the famous Grasmere Gingerbread. Whatever you choose to do you can be sure of a warm welcome on your return to Dunmail.